OfferUp lets you post a certain number of listings for free each month. The number of free listings you get depends on the category you’re posting in. This approach keeps the feed diverse for buyers, and gives all sellers a fair opportunity to showcase their items.
Free listing limits by category
The number of free listings available to you each month varies by category and is subject to change at any time. Currently, the free listing limits in each category are as follows:
| Category | Number of free listings per month |
|---|---|
| Cars & Trucks | 1 |
| Motorcycles | 1 |
| Appliances | 15 |
| Cell Phones & Accessories | 15 |
| Furniture | 25 |
| Jewelry & Accessories | 25 |
| Tools & Machinery | 25 |
| All other categories | 200 (combined total) |
You can post up to 200 free listings per month across all categories, except for those with specific limits (see table above). Posting in a category with a specific limit does not count against your 200 free listings.
For example, if you post a car, it will only count against your 1 free monthly listing in the Cars & Trucks category. It won't impact your 200 free listings in all other categories.
Your free listings refresh on the first day of every calendar month, so you always have new opportunities to post for free. Any unused free listings expire at the end of each month and do not roll over to the following month.
Keep track of your free listings
The app helps you track your free listing usage by alerting you when you have 1 listing left and when you’ve run out. You'll see the alert at the top of the Finish page as you complete the process of posting your item. The app alert will look something like this:
NOTE
If you share an App Store or Google Play account with family members, your free listings may be claimed by another user who shares your OfferUp account.
Buy more listings
When you run out of free listings for the month, you have 2 ways to buy more:
- Buy single listings in any category
- Buy a monthly subscription package (available for select categories only)
If you’re a business who’s interested in enhanced subscription bundles with additional features and support plans, complete the Seller Feedback Form and we’ll be in touch with more information.
If you’re an auto dealer who intends to post a large quantity of vehicle listings, or if you’re interested in additional advertising options with integrated tools and support, sign up to become a Verified Dealer.
Fee avoidance
Please be aware that attempting to bypass the listing limits or to avoid paying listing fees is strictly prohibited. This includes intentionally or unintentionally posting in an incorrect category or creating new OfferUp accounts to get around the listing limitations.
For example, if you run out of free listings in the Cell Phones & Accessories category, you cannot post a cell phone in another category (like Furniture or Other) to avoid paying a listing fee.
Any attempt to avoid fees is in violation of our Posting Rules and may result in the removal of your listing and/or further action being taken on your account.